Original U.S. Winchester Model 1886 .45-70 Sporting Rifle with 24" Barrel & Half Magazine made in 1894 - Serial 89916 Books & Films - for front-line veterans

- for front-line veterans

the gun is assembly numbered on the major parts

Ball turret gunner: Oscar Johnson

Columbus Milpar and Mfg

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1886 .45-70 Sporting Rifle with 24" Barrel & Half Magazine made in 1894 - Serial 89916 Books & Films - for front-line veteransOriginal Item: Only One Available. This pretty much is the Cadillac of late 19th century big game hunting rifles! Many consider the Winchester 1886 to be the finest lever action repeating rifle ever made! This very fine example is in . 45 70 "Government" caliber (marked 45 70 over the chamber) with a 24" round barrel and half length magazine tube. This configuration with the shorter magazine was very popular for hunting, and has an iconic look. It has